Doll
Object number99.37.1
Manufacturer
Kenner Division of Hasbro, Inc.
Date1998
MediumPlastic; Fabric; Metal; Paint; Cardboard; Cellophane; Velcro,
Credit LineGift of Anne Madarasz
DescriptionPlastic doll depicting a man, with painted details. Dressed in a military, with accessories including molded-plastic guns, ammunition belts, helmet, etc. and miniature Medal of Honor. Doll is housed behind a cellophane window in a book-fold box w/ Velcro closure.Dimensions13.5 x 9.625 x 2.75 in. (34.3 x 24.4 x 7 cm)MarksBox front reads: "GI JOE Classic Collection / Medal of Honor Recipient Mitchell Paige / Second In Series..."
"WW II Forces Collection GI JOE Limited Edition / Ages 5 and Up..."
Historical NotesMitchell Paige, a native of Charleroi, Pa., earned a Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions as a Marine during the battle of GuadalCanal during World War II; this toy was issued as the second of a series of a World War II Forces collectionLabel TextIn addition to the many contributions to America, many Serbian Americas became distinguished through their military service. One of the most well-known and highly honored Serbian Americans was Mitchell Paige, from Charleroi, PA. World War II Marine veteran Paige received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his bravery in the Solomon Islands, Pacific Theater, during World War II. Mattel honored him as well by creating this G. I. Joe doll in his likeness.
Related person
Mitchell Paige
(born 1918)
Related institution
United States Marine Corps
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Hasbro, Inc.
1950-1959
c. 1950
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